Child star successes and failures

A look back at young actors over the years and how America knows them today.

By Chron.com staff

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Hilary Duff

Claim to fame: Lizzy McGuire!

Success story: She's transitioned from child star to mom and recording artist avoiding any child star stereotype pitfalls. The Houston native has recently released a new single and you can expect to see a lot more from this 26-year-old in the future.

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Hilary Duff

Claim to fame: Lizzy McGuire!

Success story: She's transitioned from child star to mom and recording artist avoiding any child star stereotype pitfalls. The Houston native has recently released a new

Edward FurlongClaim to fame: played the young John Conner in Terminator 2: Judgment Day.Downfall: drugs and alcohol.

Edward FurlongClaim to fame: played the young John Conner in Terminator 2: Judgment Day.Downfall: drugs and alcohol.

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Vanessa HudgensClaim to fame: High School Musical.Downfall: underage nudie pics leaked to the internet.Success story: she's making the transition to more mature roles, although it's hard to call 'Spring Breakers' a success. less

Vanessa HudgensClaim to fame: High School Musical.Downfall: underage nudie pics leaked to the internet.Success story: she's making the transition to more mature roles, although it's hard to call 'Spring ... more